The Washington Capitals are taking a potential high-reward gamble on winger Max Pacioretty. Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli reports it’s a one-year, $2MM deal with an additional $2MM in potential performance bonuses. Per PuckPedia, the contract carries a no-movement clause. CapFriendly reports he’ll earn $1MM in bonuses for 10 games played, an additional $500K if he hits 15 … [Read more...] about Max Pacioretty Signs With Washington Capitals
Capitals “Haven’t Had One Discussion” About Trading Tom Wilson
Another trade that seems extremely unlikely is one involving Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson, at least according to Capitals general manager Brian MacLellan. MacLellan told the media, including The Washington Post’s Bailey Johnson, that the team “we haven’t had one discussion about” trading Wilson this summer. Some have speculated that Wilson, a 29-year-old winger with a … [Read more...] about Capitals “Haven’t Had One Discussion” About Trading Tom Wilson
Hershey Bears Win 2023 Calder Cup
Many on the East Coast woke up this morning to the news that the AHL’s Hershey Bears emerged victorious as the champions of the 2023 Calder Cup, outlasting the expansion Coachella Valley Firebirds on the road in a Game 7 overtime win. The Washington Capitals affiliate captured their league-record 12th championship thanks to the efforts of alternate captain and AHL veteran Mike … [Read more...] about Hershey Bears Win 2023 Calder Cup
Offensive Freedom Could Reestablish Trust Between Kuznetsov And Capitals
There has been some speculation that Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov might welcome a change of scenery. However, Russian player agent Alexei Dementiev told RB Sport in Russia that Kuznetsov’s discontent has been around a lack of offensive freedom. It’s worth noting that Dementiev is not Kuznetsov’s agent (that would be Newport’s Craig Oster) but he suggested that if new coach … [Read more...] about Offensive Freedom Could Reestablish Trust Between Kuznetsov And Capitals
Washington Capitals Trying To Move Up From Eighth Overall
The 2023 NHL Draft is quickly approaching, and trade talk is set to increase daily until the event begins Wednesday night. Per The Fourth Period’s David Pagnotta, at least four teams are actively engaged in trade talks involving first-round picks in this year’s draft – starting with the Washington Capitals and their eighth overall pick.Washington will at least attempt to move … [Read more...] about Washington Capitals Trying To Move Up From Eighth Overall